GE Aerospace Programme Management-12 Month Placement

In the 12-month Programme Management Placement, the successful candidate will join our Customer Programmes team which supports civil and military customers of our propeller systems for airborne and amphibious applications

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Roles and Responsibilities

In the 12-months Programme Management Placement, roles within the function are diverse and tailored to the needs of different teams. All roles focus on program management, customer support, and operational efficiency, with tasks that vary by team priorities and projects.

Responsibilities may include:

• Coordinating customer requests such as RFQs and purchase orders, ensuring deadlines are met through collaboration with supply chain and engineering teams, preparing customer order books, facilitating client calls, and ensuring high satisfaction and timely delivery.
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) by managing calendars, preparing agendas, and tracking actions.
• Leading process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency, implementing Lean principles, and analysing operational data to create performance metrics that drive team focus on strategic priorities.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Sourcing, Engineering, and Quality teams to meet customer and business objectives. Some teams may focus on facilities and maintenance, including asset reviews, day-to-day operations, contractor control, and long-term projects to support stakeholders.

Placement Locations

• Business Jet Program Team, Cheltenham
• Facilities & Maintenance, Dowty
• Customer Programs, Dowty

You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will be responsible for delivering on inspiring projects supported by your People Leader and team. You will be mentored and connected with other placement students across the UK. This opportunity is offered in Gloucester (Dowty, a GE Aerospace company) and Cheltenham sites.

Dowty, a GE Aerospace company is based in Gloucestershire. It is a world-leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems for a wide range of civil and military applications. Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De-Haviland, Dash 8-400 and the Leonardo C-27J.

Dowty's in-house production expertise for composite blades includes resin transfer moulding, and braiding machines for fibre outer layers. Cheltenham is one of GE Aerospace's largest sites outside the USA, focusing on power distribution and avionics systems for the global aviation industry.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently studying a Business Administration/ Project Management/ Finance/ Data/ Engineering or Program Management related Bachelor's or integrated Master's degree
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• Penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement

Desired Characteristics

• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised & able to work towards deadlines
• Inspired and curious to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

A placement at GE Aerospace is an opportunity to learn while doing. You'll work with business leaders in an atmosphere that will develop you, while doing work that makes an immediate impact.

Total Reward

We offer a flexible benefits plan called FlexChoice, giving you freedom, choice, and flexibility in how you receive your benefits, with opportunities to make savings where possible. Benefits include a non-contributory pension, life assurance, group income protection, private medical cover, and a holiday entitlement of 26 days (with option to buy or sell).

Recruitment Process

You will be required to submit an initial CV application. Stages may include a video interview, testing and MS Teams online interview. Our recruitment team will keep you updated at each stage. If you require adjustments to the process, please email .

Please note our applications will close on Friday 31st October, but may close earlier depending on volumes. We encourage you to apply early. Only one application should be submitted; if you apply multiple times, the most suitable application will be progressed. If you are considered suitable for other opportunities in the future, you may be automatically considered for those as well.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. See the BPSS details linked here.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under current UK immigration rules, candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed if a suitably qualified candidate requiring no sponsorship is available. Sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. Placement roles are pipelines for our graduate roles and require permanent right to work.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No